Day 1: Dublin City Highlights Tour
Welcome to Ireland! Your 14-day journey begins in Dublin, the nation’s capital.
Join your private guide for a walking tour of Dublin’s highlights, uncovering the city’s rich history and colorful culture.
Visit Trinity College, home to the world-renowned Book of Kells and its awe-inspiring Long Room library. Continue to Dublin Castle, an 800-year-old fortress, and then to St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a magnificent Gothic landmark dedicated to Ireland’s patron saint.
No visit to Dublin would be complete without experiencing the Guinness Storehouse, where you’ll learn about the craft behind Ireland’s most famous stout and enjoy panoramic city views from the Gravity Bar.
As evening falls, dive into Dublin’s lively spirit with a traditional Irish night. We’ll provide expert local recommendations for the best spots to enjoy a hearty Irish dinner, live folk music, and spirited dance — the perfect introduction to Ireland’s warmth and hospitality.
Day 2: Exploring Galway With Your Guide
On day 2, you will rise in Dublin before joining your driver for the approximately 3-hour transfer to Galway.
Begin your exploration with a visit to the Galway City Museum, where exhibits trace the city’s history from medieval times to the modern era.
Continue with a guided stroll through the Latin Quarter. Wander cobbled streets lined with traditional pubs, artisan shops, and street performers, while your guide shares the tales behind landmarks such as Lynch’s Castle and the Spanish Arch.
After dinner, make your way to Eyre Square, a lively park filled with sculptures and surrounded by historical buildings, a place where locals gather to relax and celebrate.
Day 3: The Wild Atlantic Way – Cliffs of Moher & The Burren
Depart Galway this morning with your private driver-guide for a day of coastal beauty and untamed landscapes along Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way.
Your route winds through fishing villages and windswept headlands before arriving at the Cliffs of Moher, where towering sea cliffs plunge dramatically into the Atlantic below. Stroll the cliff paths, breathe in the ocean air, and take in views that stretch as far as the Aran Islands.
Continue south into the Burren, a hauntingly beautiful limestone plateau where wildflowers grow between cracks in the rock and ancient dolmens rise from the earth. Your guide will reveal the hidden stories of this stark yet poetic landscape, shaped by time and legend.
Continue onward to Limerick, where you can enjoy a meal in a restaurant recommended by our team before settling in for the evening.
Day 4: Cultural Highlights in Limerick
Having arrived in Limerick the previous evening, today offers you the chance to get out and explore in the glorious sunshine, or, with this being Ireland, hopefully no worse than a drizzle of rain!
Start your day at King John’s Castle, a 13th-century stronghold that overlooks the River Shannon.
From there, your guide will lead you to the 18th-century Custom House, which contains the Hunt Museum. Inside, discover one of Ireland’s most remarkable private collections.
Round off your guided tour at the Limerick City Gallery of Art, home to an impressive display of Irish works from the 18th century to the present day.
In the late afternoon, rejoin your driver and enjoy a scenic journey south to Killarney, where you’ll settle into your hotel and prepare for tomorrow’s exploration of the legendary Ring of Kerry.
Day 5: The Ring of Kerry & Killarney National Park – Breathtaking Views, Lakeside Mansions & Waterfalls
This circular drive reveals some of the most jaw-dropping landscapes found on the Emerald Isle: stunning coastline, gorgeous mountain passes, and timeless villages make this route a photographer’s dream.
Pause along the way in a quaint coastal village for lunch, where you’ll enjoy regional flavors, perhaps fresh Atlantic seafood or a bowl of warming Irish stew..
Feeling suitably refreshed, you’ll be in fine form for stretching your legs at some of the most beautiful spots of the route, such as Moll’s Gap with views across the MacGillycuddy’s Reeks, Ireland’s highest mountain range, and Ladies View. This famed lookout captures the lakes of Killarney glimmering far below.
Later, venture into the heart of Killarney National Park. Visit Ross Castle, stroll the gardens of Muckross House, and follow a forest trail to the misty Torc Waterfall.
As evening settles, return to Killarney, your base for the night.
Day 6: Blarney Castle & Cobh
This morning, your driver-guide will collect you from Killarney as you set off east toward Blarney Castle, one of Ireland’s most beloved landmarks.
Built nearly six centuries ago, this romantic ruin is steeped in myth and surrounded by lush, mystical gardens.
Climb to the top of the tower to kiss the Blarney Stone, said to grant the gift of eloquence to all who dare lean back and plant a kiss upon it.
Continue to the harbor town of Cobh, once the departure point for millions of Irish emigrants and the final port of call for the Titanic.
Walk along its streets lined with pastel houses and pause to admire St. Colman’s Cathedral, whose spire soars above the town and offers commanding views of the harbor below.
By evening, you’ll arrive in Cork, Ireland’s southern capital, where you’ll check into your hotel. Take a stroll along the River Lee or enjoy dinner in one of Cork’s renowned restaurants before relaxing ahead of tomorrow’s journey north.
Day 7: The Rock of Cashel & Kilkenny Castle – Ancient Kings and Medieval Majesty
After breakfast, your private driver will take you north toward one of Ireland’s most breathtaking historic sites, the Rock of Cashel.
Wander through its atmospheric ruins with your guide, exploring the 12th-century round tower, the 13th-century Gothic cathedral, and Cormac’s Chapel, famed for its intricate carvings and faded medieval frescoes.
Your driver will then transfer you to Kilkenny, one of Ireland’s most charming medieval cities.
Step inside Kilkenny Castle, a magnificent 12th-century fortress that has been transformed over time into an elegant stately home. A guided tour reveals lavish rooms, grand halls, and centuries of Butler family history, while the manicured gardens and rose walks invite a tranquil afternoon stroll.
As the evening draws in, return to Dublin for your final night in Ireland.
Day 8: Arrival in Edinburgh – Scotland’s Majestic Capital
Welcome to Edinburgh, Scotland’s Capital.
Upon arrival, your private driver will escort you to your luxury accommodation in the heart of the city. Take a moment to settle in before setting off on a guided introduction to one of Europe’s most atmospheric capitals.
Step into forgotten vaults beneath the Royal Mile, where echoes of centuries past linger in the stone. Visit hidden viewpoints overlooking the skyline that few visitors ever see, and pause in a local independent whisky cellar, where tradition still thrives away from the bustle.
This is Edinburgh as the locals know it: intimate, storied, and endlessly intriguing, a city of layers waiting to be uncovered.
Conclude your first night in the Scottish Capital with a traditional Scottish dinner in one of the city’s fine restaurants or cozy taverns.
Sample local delicacies such as haggis, neeps, and tatties, perhaps a wee dram of Whisky, only fitting for your arrival in Scotland!
Day 9: The Royal Mile & Edinburgh Castle
After breakfast, it’s time to explore Edinburgh’s Old Town with a guided walking tour along the Royal Mile.
On your guided walking tour down the Mile, you’ll be introduced to St. Giles’ Cathedral, the High Kirk of Edinburgh, where intricate stained glass and soaring Gothic arches create an atmosphere of quiet grandeur.
Your guide will then lead you beneath the city streets to The Real Mary King’s Close, an extraordinary preserved network of 17th-century alleyways where Edinburgh’s hidden past still lingers in shadow and story.
This afternoon, return to Edinburgh Castle to explore its ancient ramparts and royal apartments up close on a guided tour.
The qualified and friendly guide will discuss Scottish history with you as they take you to the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny, both steeped in centuries of national pride.
As night falls, embrace the city’s convivial spirit with a visit to a traditional Scottish pub. Savor hearty dishes such as Cullen skink or venison stew, enjoy live folk music, and perhaps raise a glass of single malt whisky to toast your time in this historic city.
Day 10: Stirling Castle & the Highlands
Today, we leave Edinburgh behind and journey northwest with your driver-guide to Stirling, a city steeped in the legacy of Scotland’s great battles and heroes.
Your first stop is Stirling Castle. Explore its regal halls, ornate chambers, and grand courtyards as your guide recounts tales of monarchs like Mary, Queen of Scots.
Just outside the city stands the towering National Wallace Monument, honoring the legendary freedom fighter William Wallace. Climb the spiral staircase to the top for commanding views of the Trossachs and learn about Wallace’s pivotal role in Scotland’s struggle for independence.
After lunch, your scenic drive continues north through the Scottish Highlands. As you pass through Glencoe, take the time to step out amongst the nature at the Three Sisters and the Meeting of the Three Waters, where tumbling streams converge in a dramatic natural display.
Arriving in Fort William, nestled at the foot of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain, you’ll have time for a gentle evening stroll along the lochside promenade.
Day 11: The Isle of Skye & Eilean Donan Castle
With our final destination being the Isle of Skye, your driver guide will take the opportunity to stop along the way for you to enjoy what has been described as Scotland’s loveliest castle, Eilean Donan.
Continue across the Skye Bridge to the Isle of Skye, a landscape that captures Scotland’s wild spirit.
Your guide will reveal the island’s most breathtaking sights, the shimmering Fairy Pools, the windswept summit of the Old Man of Storr, and the cliffside beauty of Neist Point Lighthouse.
Arrive in Portree, Skye’s colorful harbor town, where we will suggest a waterfront restaurant to sample some of the freshly caught seafood.
Day 12: Loch Ness & Inverness
Bid farewell to Skye and journey east toward Loch Ness, one of Scotland’s most legendary landscapes.
Stop at the haunting ruins of Urquhart Castle, standing guard above the dark waters, the perfect spot to imagine sightings of the elusive “Nessie.” Continue to the Loch Ness Center, where exhibits unravel the science, myth, and mystery surrounding this fabled loch.
Arrive in Inverness, where you can stroll along the River, admire the red sandstone beauty of Inverness Castle, and perhaps stop by the Victorian Market, where local artisans sell Highland crafts and delicacies.
In the evening, enjoy dinner in one of Inverness’s acclaimed restaurants, perhaps a dish of Highland venison or freshly caught salmon, before settling in for the night.
Day 13: Speyside Whisky Trail & Cairngorms National Park
This morning, travel to Speyside, home to more whisky distilleries than anywhere else in Scotland.
Visit family-run producers and world-famous names like Glenfiddich or The Macallan, learning the art of distilling and sampling their finest single malts straight from the cask.
After a relaxed lunch in a countryside inn, we will arrive in the Cairngorms National Park, where towering pines and mirror-like lochs define the Highlands’ untamed charm.
Spend the night in the picturesque town of Pitlochry, nestled at the southern edge of the park.
Day 14: St Andrews & Return to Edinburgh
Your penultimate destination on your final day of this 2-week tour in Ireland and Scotland is St Andrews, Scotland’s storied seaside town.
Explore the atmospheric ruins of St Andrews Cathedral and climb St Rule’s Tower for sweeping coastal views.
Nearby, delve into the history of St Andrews Castle, its medieval dungeons, and siege tunnels.
Then, stroll across the Old Course, the world’s most famous golf course, and pause at the Swilcan Bridge, a must for any golf enthusiast.
Arrive in Edinburgh in the early evening, where your unforgettable journey through Ireland and the UK concludes as you board your return flight home!
